Description
OPBM-100 360° ROTATING PLANETARY BALL MILL 11KW OMNIDIRECTIONALLABORATORY GRADE EQUIPMENT
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Manufacturer: Atomfair LLC
Brand: ATOMFAIR®
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The OPBM-100 operates with a powered 360° overturning mechanism and 11 kW drive, requiring strict adherence to clearance and loading limits to prevent mechanical hazards. Grinding jars and media must be ordered separately and selected for material compatibility to avoid cross-contamination and equipment damage.
- Clearance Requirement: Ensure adequate clearance space around the equipment for safe 360° rotation of the overturning mechanism.
- Jar Loading Limit: Load material and grinding balls to no more than two-thirds of the jar volume to prevent overloading and loss of grinding efficiency.
- Feed Size Constraint: Do not exceed the maximum feed size of 3 mm for general materials or 10 mm for soil to avoid jamming and achieving target fineness.
- Material Compatibility: Select grinding jar and ball materials that are chemically and mechanically compatible with the target material to prevent contamination and corrosion.
- Brake-Locking Safety: Engage the brake-locking overturn motor before any inspection, jar change, or maintenance to prevent unintended motion.
These steps guide safe initialization, loading, and operation of the OPBM-100 to minimize risk from its powered overturning mechanism and high torque drive. Always consult the user manual for detailed installation and maintenance procedures before first use.
Required Equipment: OPBM-100 main unit with overturning mechanism, Grinding jars and balls (ordered separately), Touchscreen control panel, User manual
- Verify Installation Clearance
Confirm that the equipment is placed in a location with unobstructed space for full 360° overturning rotation. - Inspect Brake-Locking System
Test the brake-locking function of the overturn motor to ensure it can stop and hold the planetary disk at any angle. - Load Jars and Media
Place grinding jars and balls into the holders, ensuring the total fill does not exceed two-thirds of each jar's volume. - Set Operating Parameters
Program the rotation speed, run time, and forward/reverse alternation on the touchscreen control panel. - Start the Mill
Activate the ball mill and monitor for abnormal noise or vibration during the initial acceleration phase. - Stop Safely
After the program completes, use the brake-locking overturn motor to securely stop the disk before opening the jars. - Clean After Use
Remove grinding jars and clean all components thoroughly to prevent cross-contamination between different materials.
What is the trade-off between using 25 L Al₂O₃ versus YSZ jars on the OPBM-100 for grinding hard ceramics?
The primary trade-off is contamination risk versus wear resistance. Al₂O₃ (95% alumina) jars offer lower cost and are suitable for oxide ceramics but can introduce aluminum contamination into the sample. YSZ (yttria-stabilized zirconia) jars provide superior hardness and fracture toughness, reducing wear and contamination for hard ceramics, but at a higher cost. The OPBM-100 supports up to four 25 L jars simultaneously, and the 11 kW drive with 0–240 rpm jar speed and Φ578 mm orbit diameter ensures effective grinding with either material, but jar material must match the target powder to avoid cross-contamination.
Can the OPBM-100 be integrated with existing glovebox or inert atmosphere systems for air-sensitive materials?
The OPBM-100 is not designed for direct glovebox integration due to its large footprint (2939×1680×2450 mm) and 360° overturning mechanism requiring clearance. However, the gear drive and touchscreen control with forward/reverse alternation and power-off memory allow for remote operation. For air-sensitive materials, users must seal grinding jars under inert gas before mounting, as the unit itself is not hermetically sealed. The brake-locking overturn motor enables safe stopping at any angle for jar handling, but no built-in inert gas ports are specified.
What are the infrastructure and safety requirements for installing the OPBM-100 in a laboratory?
The OPBM-100 requires a reinforced floor rated for its 3900 kg net weight and adequate clearance around all sides for the 360° overturning mechanism. The 11 kW motor demands a dedicated high-current electrical supply with a brand inverter for stepless speed regulation. The gear drive and CNC-machined parts ensure low noise, but the unit's dimensions (2939×1680×2450 mm) necessitate a large lab space. The brake-locking overturn motor allows safe stopping at any angle, but no emergency stop or ventilation requirements are explicitly stated; users should consult the manual for detailed installation and safety protocols.
The OPBM-100 is a large-capacity (100 L total) omnidirectional planetary ball mill with a 360° overturning mechanism that eliminates material sedimentation and wall adhesion for finer, more uniform grinding. Its 11 kW gear drive and inverter speed control support 0–240 rpm jar rotation, but jars and media must be purchased separately, and the 3900 kg unit requires substantial clearance for safe overturning operation.
Positive
- 360° overturning eliminates sedimentation: The vertical planetary disk rotates a full 360°, providing complete grinding coverage inside jars and preventing material sedimentation and wall adhesion, resulting in finer and more uniform powder.
- High capacity for R&D and small-batch production: With a total maximum volume of 100 L (25 L per jar) and an 11 kW drive system, the OPBM-100 supports up to four simultaneous jars, making it suitable for both laboratory research and small-scale production runs.
Trade-offs
- Jars and media ordered separately: Grinding jars and balls are not included with the main unit; buyers must select compatible materials (e.g., Al₂O₃, YSZ, agate) to avoid cross-contamination, adding procurement steps and cost.
- Requires clearance for safe overturning: The 360° overturning mechanism demands adequate clearance space around the equipment for safe rotation at any angle, and the unit's large footprint (2939×1680×2450 mm) and 3900 kg weight impose significant laboratory infrastructure requirements.
Every advanced material, component, equipment, and instrument in our catalog is backed by rigorous testing. We maintain strict internal quality management frameworks and align with CE conformity metrics to deliver transparent, reproducible performance data via our public open-science repository.
To request raw batch performance data, submit formal vendor registration paperwork, or execute a fast-turnaround R&D manufacturing loop, contact us at inquiry@atomfair.com.
Item is dispatched under the Atomfair Shipping & Delivery Framework (Free worldwide shipping on orders over $59 USD). Return is governed by the Atomfair Return & Refund Policy (7-day technical return window).
